Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice(2017)
This game is suggested for ages 13+ and may contain mild thematic content. Biblical themes explored include Descent into underworld narrative (parallels Jonah 1:17, Christ's harrowing of hell), Sacrifice theme (Levitical sacrifice system, substitutionary atonement), Mental/spiritual affliction and divine testing (Job's suffering, testing of faith), Redemption through suffering (Isaiah 53 suffering servant motif). We recommend parents review content before watching with younger children.
Scene-by-Scene References
Senua's willingness to face her fears and sacrifices for love parallels Jesus' teaching about losing one's life for a greater purpose.
The constant presence of tormenting voices in Senua's mind echoes the warning of the devil as a roaring lion seeking to devour.
Senua's suffering and the burden she carries can be likened to the suffering servant described in Isaiah, who bears our pains.
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- Type
- Game
- Year
- 2017
- Connection
- Archetypal
- Rating
- PG-13
